what ways are desert plants adapted to desert climatic conditions
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Desert plants have adapted their roots, stems, and leaves to store more water and decrease its loss. The ability to stay hydrated helps desert plants grow healthy in extremely hot or cold environments.
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Desert plants adapt to the climatic conditions of the desert in the following ways:
- thick, waxy skin to reduce loss of water and to reflect heat.
- large, fleshy stems to store water.
- thorns and thin, spiky or glossy leaves to reduce water loss.
- spikes protect cacti from animals wishing to use stored water.
- deep roots to tap groundwater.
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